UHD News
Get Ready, Graduating Gators! Commencement Is Right Around the Corner
On Friday, May 8, 2026, the UHD community will celebrate the graduation of 1,577 students during its 80th Commencement ceremonies at the Fertitta Center. On that momentous day, graduates and guests alike will welcome President Blanchard back to...
Bayou Bash is Back with Crawfish, Music, Games on March 19
Crawfish season is in full swing, and seasoned Gators know what that means—it’s time for Bayou Bash. On March 19, the Office of Student Leadership & Involvement will be throwing a crawfish boil with games, vendors, and live music running from...
UHD Dining News: Spring Break Edition
Dining on campus? Check out the new specials for UHD Food Court below. Don't miss the hot plate special served on Fridays, rotating selection of hot soups, and delicious offerings at the Gator Grill. Keep reading for food court hours and specials...
Bayou's Best: Jessica McCraw
When asked what inspired her to participate in October’s Bayou’s Best Showcase, Jessica McCraw responded with two words: “My daughter.” The graduate student hoped to set a positive example by getting out of her comfort zone and entering the...
UHD Sports News: March 9, 2026
Spring Break is here! This week, the Gators are getting some well-deserved rest and relaxation. After the break, you can catch UHD's Cheerleaders and Gatorettes, which recently made fabulous, high-energy appearances at the QEP Pep Rally and the...
ORCA Symposium Showcases Faculty Research and Collaboration
Faculty from across the university came together on Feb. 25 for the Spring 2026 Organized Research and Creative Activities (ORCA) Symposium.
From the First Class to the Field: A Geoscience Journey Takes Shape
When Kayla Palucho first enrolled in a geology course at the University of Houston-Downtown her sophomore year, it was out of necessity, not passion. As a Biological and Physical Sciences major with plans for medical school, she needed to take a...
This Tuesday Head to the Polls With UHD’s Walk2Vote
It’s a heated primary season, and the stakes are high for a number of important midterm elections this November. That’s why UHD’s Council of Organizations is hosting their first-ever Walk2Vote for Primary Election Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to...
Get Ready for Taco Tuesday at the UHD Food Court!
Whether you are grabbing a bite between classes, meeting a fellow Gator for a slice, or need your caffeine fix at Starbucks, UHD Food Court has you covered. This week, choose from chicken tender baskets, loaded fries, or a rotating selection of hot...
Bayou's Best: Shikyna William
Five years ago, Shikyna William was a student at Pakistan’s Forman Christian College, a liberal arts university based in the city of Lahore. Today, she is a UHD Data Science major who now joins Bayou’s Best, “one of UHD’s highest student leader and...